People violating the proposed ordinance would be fined $1,000 for a first offense, $1,500 for a second offense, and $2,500 ...

The change, which goes into effect next October, pushes the district’s boundaries from 213 blocks to 273 and gives the organization nearly $10 million next year.

Some residents believe the push to expand the contract is a last-ditch effort before Portland ushers in a new city council.